With Maccabi being an unstoppable offensive team and Panathinaikos all defense, how is Maccabis bench going to effect the semifinal?
Gal Shal, Israel “I think we have on our bench a lot of experienced players, even though some didn’t play a lot of minutes this year. In practices and the last few weeks of preparation, everyone is in the same state of mind, to help us win and to contribute during as many minutes as the coach has you in the game. Even though we lost Deon Thomas, which was a big loss, I think we have enough guys to replace him.” Hello from Greece, Tal! What is your opinion about the rivalry between these two great clubs, Panathinaikos and Maccabi? Thanks, Panos Giorgellis, Greece “In the last few years, both teams have made three or four Final Fours. I think we’re 2-2 against each other so far. I don’t know who has the advantage now, but both teams come from great clubs that have a lot of experience in Europe. And I think that both clubs respect each other. There is respect for the success both teams have had, and the players respect each other. It’s a good rivalry, one that takes place only on the bask
